Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

Information you provide

• Account details: email address, username, display name, and password (stored hashed)
• Profile information: bio, avatar, and other optional profile fields
• Content you post: text, images, videos, news articles, and comments

Information collected automatically

• Usage data: pages visited, features used, time spent on the Platform
• Device and browser information: IP address, browser type, operating system
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 4)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide, operate, and improve the Platform
• Authenticate you and secure your account
• Send transactional emails (e.g., email verification, password reset)
• Personalize your experience and content recommendations
• Enforce our Terms of Service and Community Guidelines
• Analyze usage patterns to improve product features

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:

• Service providers who help us operate the Platform (e.g., cloud hosting, analytics) under strict data processing agreements
• Law enforcement when required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of BitVoices, our users, or the public
• Successors in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, with prior notice to you

4. Cookies & Tracking

We use essential cookies to keep you logged in and maintain session state. We may use analytics cookies to understand how the Platform is used. You can control cookie settings through your browser; however, disabling essential cookies may affect Platform functionality.

5. Data Retention

We retain your account data for as long as your account is active. After account deletion, we may retain certain data for up to 90 days to comply with legal obligations or resolve disputes, after which it is permanently deleted.

6. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Object to or restrict certain processing activities
• Data portability (receive your data in a machine-readable format)

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@bitvoices.com. You can also manage many privacy controls directly in your account settings.

7. Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption in transit (TLS), hashed passwords, and access controls. No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure; we encourage you to use a strong, unique password and consider enabling two-factor authentication in your settings.

8. Children's Privacy

BitVoices is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us at privacy@bitvoices.com.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes via email or in-app notification. Continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.

10. Contact Us

Privacy questions or requests? Reach us at privacy@bitvoices.com.